Environment Foundation grants $115K to 15 recipients

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Grants totaling $115,000 were given to 15 nonprofit organizations for environmental programs or special projects by Aspen Skiing Co.'s employee Environment Foundation, it was announced this week.

The foundation is supported by voluntary contributions from Skico employees. Contributions also are made by Aspen Community Foundation, Aspen Skiing Co.'s Family Fund and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters.

The recipients and their dollar amounts are:

• Aspen Center for Environmental Studies, $7,500.

• American Whitewater, Upper Colorado River Project, $5,000.

• Clean Energy Collective's Clean Energy Future campaign, $5,000.

• Citizens for a Healthy Community - North Fork Valley Community Alternative Campaign, $10,000.

The loans to Habitat for Humanity and Third Street Center for energy efficiency projects are a new approach for the foundation. The projects will result in cost savings for the organizations, allowing them to repay as the savings accrue.

The Environment Foundation has donated $2 million to 390 projects since it was created.

Applications for the next grant cycle are due March 1. Those interested in applying should request an electronic grant application, eligibility guidelines or more information from Matthew Hamilton at mhamilton@aspensnowmass.com.